My new blog to accompany my website, imagine rough sketches, new work, experiments and doodling, a lot of doodling.
http://zebracrossingstudio.wordpress.com/

My Flickr Photo Galleries: http://www.flickr.com/photos/zxstudio/
Galleries of my photocollage, encaustics and mosaics.

My Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5262590
A small selection of currently available artwork.

River Gallery: http://www.rivergalleryarts.com/
Ara Hamamjian is the owner of this fine art & craft gallery. I am general manager.

Indigenous: http://www.indigenouscraft.com/
Diane Christian Budd's gallery in Cincinatti.

Juma Gallery: http://www.jumagallery.com
An eclectic and beautiful collection of fine art and craft.

Artists of Cleveland: http://www.artistsofcleveland.com
A collection of colleagues in Cleveland

Sandusky Cultural Arts Center: http://www.sanduskyculturalcenter.org/teach.htm
Charles Mayer, director; without his support, enthusiasm and instruction I would, no doubt, have never kept on.

Loganberry Bookstore: http://loganberrybooks.com/default.html

Reed Arts: http://www.reedarts.com/
A beautiful gallery which carries my work in Columbus.

Asterisk Gallery: http://www.asteriskgallery.com/
Dana Depew's gallery in Tremont.

Pop Shop: http://www.popshopgallery.com/index.html

BalazsCreative: http://www.balazscreative.com
The studio of Jeffrey Balazs, specializing in providing solid marketing communication platforms for print and web, identity programs and branding, fundraising materials, packaging and illustration. This site was designed and developed by BalazsCreative.

exhibits

September 18 through October 10, 2010
Solo Exhibit, River Gallery, Rocky River, Ohio
Opening September 18th, 3-7pm
http://www.rivergalleryarts.com/

2010 art festivals

The Canton Museum National Art Show
http://www.cantonart.org/canton-national
The Canton National is a destination for art lovers of all walks of life. The Canton National features an impressive roster of fine artists, from New York, Oregon, Florida and many states in-between -- exhibiting stunning, original works in watercolor, oil/acrylic, mixed media, sculpture, photography, fiber art, furniture, clay, glass and jewelry. Find something beautiful for your home and enjoy the gallery atmosphere.
Free parking and On-site cafe.
Admission: $7
When:
May 22, 10am lyrics 6pm
May 23, 10am – 5pm
Where
The Canton Museum of Art
1001 Market Avenue N, Canton, Ohio 44702
Preview Party, May 21, 6 - 9pm
See the show before it opens, at the Friday night preview party. Meet the exhibiting artists.
Preview Reception includes hors d'oeuvres, wine and craft beer.
$35 in advance/$45 at the door. Reservations suggested.

Cincinnati Summerfair 2010
http://www.summerfair.org/
Hours
June 4, Friday 2pm – 8pm
June 5, Saturday 10am – 8pm
June 6, Sunday 10am – 5pm

Admission
Adults:
$10.00 for 1 day ticket
$15.00 for 3-day ticket - Available only until Friday, June 4, 2010, 2:00pm.
Children under 12 free
Free Parking!
Coney Island is located at the intersection of I-275 and Kellogg Avenue (6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45228) on the far east side of Cincinnati. Located next to Riverbend Amphitheater and River Downs Racetrack, Coney Island is convenient to the entire region as well as to visitors from
out of town.

Boston Mills Art Festival, Weekend 1
http://www.bmbw.com/events-and-activities/boston-mills-artfest
Preview: Friday, June 25, 6pm – 9pm
Saturday, June 26, 10am – 6pm
Sunday, June 27, 10am – 5pm

Cain Park Arts Festival
http://cainpark.com/arts_festival.asp
July 9, 10 & 11, 2010
Admission
Friday 3 – 8pm Free Admission
Saturday 10am – 8pm 13 & older: $5 per person
(12 & under: Free)
Sunday 12 noon – 5pm 13 & older: $5 per person
(12 & under: Free)

The Ann Arbor State Street Art Fair
http://www.a2statestreetartfair.com
July 21–24, 2010
Wednesday-Friday, 10am – 9pm, Saturday, 1 am – 6pm

Lakewood Arts Festival, tentative

22nd Annual ArtCraft Holiday Sale
http://artcraftstudio.wordpress.com
Dec. 4 & 5th, 2010

 

teaching schedule

Art House, Inc.
3119 Denison Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44109
216 398-8556
Clay Sculpture with Mark Yasenchack
Clay is an incredibly versatile material, encompassing a rich history and a diverse range of applications. In this class, venture beyond the usual pinching, coiling and slab-building by learning new techniques with which to manipulate clay. Beginners will develop strong fundamentals; advanced students will unlock fresh creative possibilities.
Wednesdays, July 14 - August 11
Class fee: $125
Class fee includes: 25 pounds clay, glazes, firings
Registration deadline: Friday, July 9

Orange Art Center
31500 Chagrin Blvd., Pepperpike OH 44124
216 831-5130

Pottery: All for Teens & Adults
1. Monday, April 5-May 24
6:30pm – 9:00pm
8 weeks $169

2. Monday, June 28-August 16
6:30pm – 9:00pm
8 weeks $169

3. Tuesday, April 6-May 25
10:00am – 1:00pm
8 weeks $205

4. Tuesday, June 29-August 17
9:00am – 12:00pm
8 weeks $205

The basic of wheel throwing, hand-building and glazing will be demonstrated. Individuals will focus on their projects and goals incorporation and combining the techniques they learn. A wide variety of vessels will be made, each with the indelible stamp of your own hand.